Summary

Dr. John West is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with over five decades of clinical experience serving patients in Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency training at University Hospital South Texas Medical Center. His extensive 52-year career has established him as a seasoned specialist in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. West is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. West practices at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and maintains offices in Athens and Watkinsville, Georgia. He specializes in treating complex digestive conditions such as Crohn's disease and provides expertise in managing urinary retention issues. His clinical services include advanced procedures like infusion therapy and chemotherapy administration for appropriate patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. West highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 52 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital South Texas Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. John Michael West has 5 locations

Gastroenterology Associates Of Athens

340 N Milledge Ave Ste BAthens, GA 30601
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Gastroenterology Associates of Athens

1305 Jennings Mill Rd Ste 260 Bldg AWatkinsville, GA 30677

Gastroenterology Associates of Athens

1305 Jennings Mill Rd Ste 260 Bldg 200Watkinsville, GA 30677

Saint Marys Hospital

1230 Baxter StAthens, GA 30606

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Dr. John Michael West, MDRebecca Humphries, APRNStephanie Fields, APRNWhitney Morgan, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Athens , GASACRAMENTO , CATempe , AZTallahassee , FL
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University Med School: Columbus State University Med School: Chamberlain University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Michael West

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Michael West has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Michael West has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital South Texas Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. West's NPI number is 1710024195.

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Dr. John West's office is located at 340 N Milledge Ave Ste B, Athens, GA, 30601.
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